1956 Lancia Appia vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 185 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | Passat |
Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |